1983 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 26 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Equinox |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |