1987 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN
To start off, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN is newer by 26 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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN weights approximately 570 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, 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2013 Dodge GRAND CARAVAN | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3078 mm |
