1987 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 15 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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 133 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, 2002 Chrysler Concorde (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2002 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |
