1985 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
