1987 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 8 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Diamante |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |