1977 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Seat 124
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 124 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 79 more horse power than 1975 Seat 124. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 831 kg more than 1975 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 124. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1975 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Electra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
