2008 Acura TL vs. 1982 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1982 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TL | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
