1977 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 678 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Ranger |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |