1981 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | XL7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |