1981 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 148 kg more than 1981 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE, 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | EDGE |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
