1978 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 196 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Taurus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2868 mm |