1989 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
