1981 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1981 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Civic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |