1987 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 2 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 80 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1985 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Electra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2820 mm |