1985 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 16 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, 2001 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2001 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Electra | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
