1980 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 27 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | E-350 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |