1987 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 650 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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 | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Ram |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2790 mm |
