1987 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 23 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1518 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 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3967 mm |
