1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1984 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Roadmaster | Electra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |