1987 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 17 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, 2004 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue.
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) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Electra | Vue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
