1976 Buick Electra vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 32 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 808 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
