1976 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 26 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, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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, 2002 Acura CL, 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Electra | CL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
