1987 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
