1983 Buick Electra vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 25 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 MG ZT.
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, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2008 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2008 MG ZT 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 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Electra | ZT |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
