1988 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty is newer by 15 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, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2003 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Electra | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
