1987 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | 600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |