1985 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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. Both 1985 Buick Electra and 2004 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 2,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 106 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
