1984 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 24 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 392 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Electra | Entourage |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |