1984 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1997 Proton Perdana 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, 1997 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1997 Proton Perdana.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Electra | Perdana |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |