1977 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
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 Mazda CX-7, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
