2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 23 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 458 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LaCrosse | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
