1987 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
