1988 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1995 Fiat Tempra is newer by 7 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 88 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Tempra has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Tempra 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 | 1995 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Electra | Tempra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |