1976 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 28 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (298 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | CTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
