1977 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 505 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
