1982 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 20 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.
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 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Electra | Vectra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |