1976 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Caldina |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |