1977 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (354 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150. 1977 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
