2009 Acura TSX vs. 1983 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX is newer by 26 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, 2009 Acura TSX (202 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 94 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Acura TSX, 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 1983 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TSX | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
