1976 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 30 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
