1982 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 29 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 128 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2011 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | DTS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
