1979 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 29 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, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 161 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Electra | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
