2005 Acura CL vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 130 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1984 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | CL | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |
