1985 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 124 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2616 mm |
