1988 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 8 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
