1978 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2010 Holden Caprice is newer by 32 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm). This means 2010 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2010 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Electra | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
