1985 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 293 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6251 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
