1988 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Electra | Borrego |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2900 mm |