1987 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 9 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (157 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 320 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3040 mm |
