1977 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 745 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Yaris |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |