1972 Buick GS vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | GS | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
