1985 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | 3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2639 mm |