1984 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Prizm |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
