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Buick Electra 5.7 D

General information

ModelBuick Electra 5.7 D
Year1979
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5736 ccm (350.01 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5736 ccm (350.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power105.00 PS (77 kW or 104 HP) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Max torque274.00 Nm (27.9 kgf-m or 202.1 ft.lbs) at 1600 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0575 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

Weight1825 kg (4,023.4 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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