1977 Buick Electra vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 29 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, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 792 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.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Savana |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |