1976 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 266 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 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | SRX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
