1976 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Caterham Superlight R
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R 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 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Caterham Superlight R has manual transmission. 2002 Caterham Superlight R 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 | 2002 Caterham Superlight R | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Electra | Superlight R |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
