1979 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 600 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. 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, 2003 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Econoline |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |