1976 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
