1978 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (461 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
