1985 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Celebrity |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |