1983 Buick Electra vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 29 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 422 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 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, 2012 GMC Acadia, 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Acadia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |