1980 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 26 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | E-150 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |