1984 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1963 Riley Elf has manual transmission. 1963 Riley Elf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | Electra | Elf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 25 L |
