1983 Buick Electra vs. 1980 Matra-Simca Murena
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Matra-Simca Murena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Matra-Simca Murena would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Matra-Simca Murena (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Matra-Simca Murena should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 639 kg more than 1980 Matra-Simca Murena.
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. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1980 Matra-Simca Murena has manual transmission. 1980 Matra-Simca Murena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1980 Matra-Simca Murena | |
| Make | Buick | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Electra | Murena |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1051 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
