1976 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 965 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Electra 2007 Honda Accord
Make Buick Honda
Model Electra Accord
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2750 mm