1989 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero is newer by 17 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero 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 2006 Morgan Aero. 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, 2006 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Electra | Aero |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |