1984 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | CR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 278 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |