1987 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 35 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
