1988 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 14 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Electra | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |