1977 Buick Electra vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1979 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Buick | Avanti |
Model | Electra | Avanti |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |