1988 Buick Electra vs. 1980 Buick Electra

To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.

Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Buick Electra 1980 Buick Electra
Make Buick Buick
Model Electra Electra
Year Released 1988 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4129 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 3030 mm


 

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