1977 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Electra | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
