1988 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 20 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 768 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.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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 2008 Dodge Charger. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Charger |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |