1988 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1994 Mercury Villager 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 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Villager weights approximately 225 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1994 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Electra | Villager |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
