1985 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Honda Today

To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 9 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, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 690 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Buick Electra 1994 Honda Today
Make Buick Honda
Model Electra Today
Year Released 1985 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 109 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1400 mm