1982 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 449 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte.
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 Kia Forte, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Electra | Forte |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |