1983 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra, 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
