1985 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
