1976 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |