1977 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 28 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 95 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
