1976 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 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, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 187 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
