1990 Buick Electra vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 47 more horse power than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick Electra | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |