1983 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 198 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang 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 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |