1983 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
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 Pontiac Vibe, 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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Vibe 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 | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Electra | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
