1998 Buick Regal vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1983 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| 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 | 205 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
