1985 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | S-MX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |