1978 Buick Electra vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Aspen |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |