1977 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Cadillac XLR.
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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2009 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | XLR |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4369 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |