1985 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 10 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Electra | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2789 mm |
