1984 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 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 42 more horse power than 1975 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 795 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300. 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, 1975 Honda 1300, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | 1300 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 35 L |