1988 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 29 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | CR-V |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1604 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |