1988 Buick Electra vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 815 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Electra | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
