1984 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 10 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 968 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |