1979 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 927 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Expedition |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3023 mm |