1976 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1976 Buick Electra 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 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
