1987 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 125 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.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
