1984 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 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, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Electra | 75 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
