1984 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 66 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1983 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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.
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1984 Buick Electra | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Electra | Chevette |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |