1977 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 375 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 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Electra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
