1976 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Opel Concept M
To start off, 2002 Opel Concept M 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 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 5 more horse power than 2002 Opel Concept M. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Concept M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 487 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M. 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, 2002 Opel Concept M, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2002 Opel Concept M | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Concept M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
