1983 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Holden Astra
To start off, 2002 Holden Astra is newer by 19 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 3 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Holden Astra. 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, 2002 Holden Astra, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2002 Holden Astra | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Astra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |