1988 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 21 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, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 147 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 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2009 Infiniti M | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Electra | M |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |