1976 Buick Electra vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000. 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1969 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1969 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Electra | 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |