1982 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 1982 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 1982 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Focus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |