1976 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra 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 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
