1985 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 1996 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord 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 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |