1984 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 26 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3310 mm |