1981 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona is newer by 28 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (160 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Kia Sedona.
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, 2009 Kia Sedona, 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, 2009 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sedona 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 | 2009 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Electra | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
