1984 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Celebrity |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |