1982 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 22 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 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Electra | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Escape |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
