1988 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life 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 116 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 785 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Life |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |