2005 Acura RL vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 20 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 360 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
