1985 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC 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 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Electra | tC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
