1976 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 18 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 775 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Tracer, 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 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Tracer |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |