1976 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 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 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper 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 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Viper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 7999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
