1982 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 870 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1994 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |