1977 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 35 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, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 461 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 1977 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 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus, 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Focus 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 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Focus |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |