1982 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 31 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, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 225 kg more than 2013 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, 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus. 1982 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
