1985 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 485 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1974 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1974 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Electra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |
