1977 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Morris 1800
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Morris 1800. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris 1800, 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris 1800. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1972 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Electra | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2227 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
