1983 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | CR-V |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 279 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |