1985 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 117 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| 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 | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
