1988 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 10 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 23 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Sebring. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 1998 Chrysler Sebring 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 | 1998 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
