1970 Buick GS vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 695 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |
