1979 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 64 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 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | SRX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |