1983 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 479 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 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Electra | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |