1985 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 21 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
