1984 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Focus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |