1985 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 17 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, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (151 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 145 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 2002 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2002 Daewoo Chairman | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | Electra | Chairman |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |