1980 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (141 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (249 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4393 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
