1989 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 148 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2750 mm |
