1977 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Electra | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4806 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
