1983 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 22 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Colorado |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |