1976 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 30 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, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 641 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Territory |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3982 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
