1985 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 19 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 35 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
