1977 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO is newer by 17 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, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO (197 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra.
1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Mitsubishi FTO has manual transmission. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | FTO |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
