1985 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 69 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2741 mm |
