1985 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Electra | Astra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
