1985 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 233 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
