1985 Buick Estate vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Estate.
Because 1985 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Focus. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Focus. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 1993 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Estate | Focus |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |