1988 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Jimny 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 137 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 885 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1987 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1987 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Electra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2040 mm |
