1977 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | F-150 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3386 mm |