1982 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Electra | 996 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
