1977 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 34 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
