1982 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 27 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 724 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Taurus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |