1988 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, both 1988 Buick Electra and 1988 Volvo 740 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 7 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Volvo 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 740. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 740 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 | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | 740 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |