1989 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3429 mm |
