1985 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2824 mm |
