1987 Buick Electra vs. 1992 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 164 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1992 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Spirit |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |