1984 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 222 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.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Montero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
