1984 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 49 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.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | CR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1644 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |