1981 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
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 Toyota RunX, 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RunX has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RunX 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 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | RunX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |