1984 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2005 Kia Spectra is newer by 21 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, 2005 Kia Spectra (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Kia Spectra.
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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2005 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Electra | Spectra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |