1984 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 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 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 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, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 2123 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 | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Electra | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
