1988 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1988 Buick Electra and 1988 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 66 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Tempo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |