1988 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS 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, 1998 Lexus GS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 87 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 1998 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lexus GS (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Electra | GS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
