1979 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Electra | RX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
