1976 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Calais |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
