1988 Buick Electra vs. 1997 Buick LeSabre

To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 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. Both 1988 Buick Electra and 1997 Buick LeSabre are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Buick LeSabre.

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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Buick Electra 1997 Buick LeSabre
Make Buick Buick
Model Electra LeSabre
Year Released 1988 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.6 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2820 mm


 

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