1988 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 19 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (189 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger 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, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Charger |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |