1977 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 69 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3190 mm |
