1983 Buick Electra vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 58 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 279 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 102 L |