1977 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 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 93 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 820 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Electra | 1500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |