1982 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 13 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, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 424 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
