1983 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 388 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4200 mm |
