1988 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2006 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3510 mm |
