1985 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 43 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
