1979 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | F-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3670 mm |