1988 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 13 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, 2001 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2001 Chrysler Concorde | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Concorde |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2880 mm |