1985 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 14 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 53 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Naked has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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 | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Electra | Naked |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2380 mm |