1987 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 224 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 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2838 mm |
