1985 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 22 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra.
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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Electra | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
