1982 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 23 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, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Rover 75.
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, 2005 Rover 75, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 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 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Electra | 75 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
