1976 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 34 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Caliber |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2634 mm |