1985 Buick Electra vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 945 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 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3650 mm |
