1983 Buick Electra vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 969 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 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 129 L |
