1978 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 28 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
