1984 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |
