1990 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo would be higher. Both 1990 Buick Electra and 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 49 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1987 Oldsmobile Trofeo | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Electra | Trofeo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
