1988 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan 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, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 275 kg more 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Caravan has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Caravan 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 | 2001 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2890 mm |
