1982 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Toyota Camry.
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, 1997 Toyota Camry, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Camry. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Camry 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 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Camry |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 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 | 1690 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |