1976 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 677 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger 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 Estate (435 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Ranger |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 323 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |