1976 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 555 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
