1976 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra.
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, 2007 Saturn Aura, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Aura. (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Electra | Aura |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
