1979 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1750 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 |
