1977 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 8 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 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 38 more horse power than 1985 Holden Commodore. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Commodore. (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Electra | Commodore |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |