1984 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Civic |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1802 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |