1990 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris 1800 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 78 more horse power than 1974 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 369 kg more than 1974 Morris 1800. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Electra | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
