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Buick Electra

General information

ModelBuick Electra
Year1978
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5730 ccm (349.64 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5730 ccm (349.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power155.00 PS (114 kW or 153 HP) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Max torque381 Nm (38.8 kgf-m or 281.0 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke96.5 x 97.8 mm (3.8 x 3.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0868 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5910 litres (1,561 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle14 m (539.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1785 kg (3,935.3 pounds)
Overall length5650 mm (222.4 inches)
Overall width1970 mm (77.6 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase3030 mm (119.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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