1976 Buick Electra vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 652 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Electra | 2.5 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |