1978 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper 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 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Viper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 8357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 760 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |