1988 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
