1980 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 32 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4379 mm |
