1981 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Electra | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
