1978 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus, 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2006 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
