1982 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 676 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Express |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
