1984 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Cadillac Vizon
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Vizon is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Vizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 524 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.
Because 2001 Cadillac Vizon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Vizon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Cadillac Vizon (407 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2001 Cadillac Vizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2001 Cadillac Vizon | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Vizon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
