1985 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 24 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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, 2009 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
