1990 Buick Electra vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 1977 Buick Electra 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 1977 Buick Electra. 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1977 Buick Electra | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Electra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |