1984 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Prius |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |