1985 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Seat 1430
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 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 15 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Seat 1430 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 1973 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1973 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Electra | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2430 mm |
