1987 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse 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 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 256 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ulysse 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 | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Electra | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
