1990 Buick Electra vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 609 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (149 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
