1977 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1118 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 2007 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 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, 2007 Hummer H2 (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Buick | Hummer |
| Model | Electra | H2 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3120 mm |
