1977 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 22 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 219 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (370 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Catera |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |