1984 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1997 Lancia Dedra is newer by 13 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 35 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Lancia Dedra. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Dedra. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Dedra 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 | 1997 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Electra | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
