1998 Buick Signia vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 29 kg more than 1998 Buick Signia.
Because 1972 Ford Custom 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 1972 Ford Custom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1972 Ford Custom | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Signia | Custom |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |
