2003 Acura CL vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 1976 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | CL | Electra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
