1982 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 78 kg more than 2004 Lancia Phedra.
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, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Phedra. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2004 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Electra | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1997 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
