1989 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2400 mm |
