1976 Buick Electra vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 356 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Savana |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |