1977 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION 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, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 341 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 2006 Saturn ION, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Electra | ION |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
