1980 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Escape |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
