2005 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 25 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, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 NSX (285 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1980 Buick Electra | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | NSX | Electra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |