1984 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 20 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, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Dynasty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2004 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Electra | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
