1982 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 31 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Malibu |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101 mm |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |