1980 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
