2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Expedition | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
