1982 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 30 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 291 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 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Taurus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 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 | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |