1977 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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 Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Escape |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |