1977 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Ford Taurus.
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, 2011 Ford Taurus, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Taurus |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |