1985 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Electra | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 1820 mm |
