1985 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | Baleno |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |