1983 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 477 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
