1982 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1376 kg more than 1982 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Estate. (435 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Estate | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Estate | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
