1981 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 30 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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 354 kg more than 1981 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |