1981 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 27 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 431 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
