1985 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 8 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Sierra 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 | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
