1976 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion 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 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Dion.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Dion |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |