1987 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 88 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | 993 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2280 mm |