1985 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 27 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 105 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Electra | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2639 mm |
