1984 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 705 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |
