1984 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia 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 25 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 440 kg more than 1982 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Silvia 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 1982 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Silvia 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 | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Silvia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |