1982 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Excursion |
Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 167 L |