1977 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2009 Toyota Avalon, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Avalon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |