2006 Acura MDX vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 30 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, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | MDX | Electra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
