1988 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 168 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Mercury Cougar 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 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Electra | Cougar |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |