1988 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1999 Steyr G-series is newer by 11 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Steyr G-series (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Steyr G-series weights approximately 715 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 1999 Steyr G-series 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, 1999 Steyr G-series 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, 1999 Steyr G-series (448 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1999 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Buick | Steyr |
| Model | Electra | G-series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
