1987 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 12 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, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Electra | Frontera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |