1985 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Electra | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
