1983 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 28 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Caliber 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 | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Caliber |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |