1984 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 11 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, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1995 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
