1985 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Electra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
