1985 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana 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 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Electra | Perdana |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |