1979 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 27 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
