1988 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra.
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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (447 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Electra | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2397 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
