1983 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Electra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
