1983 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Seat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Electra | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
