1986 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra 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 172 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1781 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. 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 1986 Buick Electra. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3490 mm |
