1984 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner 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 10 more horse power than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner 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 Mitsubishi Space Liner 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner (270 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2002 Mitsubishi Space Liner | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Space Liner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
