1987 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Corvette |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |