1988 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC is newer by 25 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, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 173 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2013 Scion tC 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 2013 Scion tC. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2013 Scion tC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Electra | tC |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |