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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 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 469 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 | 4127 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |