1984 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1993 Holden Commodore is newer by 9 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. Both 1984 Buick Electra and 1993 Holden Commodore are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. 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, 1993 Holden Commodore (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Electra | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
