1976 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 25 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Holden Berlina.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Berlina |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |