1979 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 25 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, 2004 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 236 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Escape |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |