1976 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 689 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.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
