1983 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra.
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 Hyundai Sonata, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Sonata |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |