1988 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 14 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1994 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
