1982 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 25 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, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Electra | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
