1977 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 175 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 7350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4330 mm |