1984 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2010 Dodge Journey 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Journey weights approximately 34 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Journey, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2010 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Journey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
