1976 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 37 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 424 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DURANGO. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3042 mm |