1982 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | Electra | 9 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
