1988 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic 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, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 729 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Electra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
