1990 Buick Electra vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa 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 95 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 760 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Corsa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |