1976 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 2004 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2004 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Electra | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
