1984 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 25 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Caliber |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |