1987 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 1987 Buick Electra and 1987 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 50 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Mustang 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 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1987 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |