1988 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra 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 21 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3040 mm |