1988 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 2000 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Electra | Boxster |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |