1978 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 445 kg more than 1978 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3510 mm |
