1988 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century 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) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.
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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Electra | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2664 mm |
