1983 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra 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 60 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 760 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aspire, 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Aspire 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 | 1994 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
