1982 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 28 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Impala |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
