1976 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 551 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Ram |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3569 mm |