1984 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G20 is newer by 18 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, 2002 Infiniti G20 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 347 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20.
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, 2002 Infiniti G20, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2002 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Electra | G20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
