1990 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra 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 13 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 259 kg more than 1991 Dodge Spirit. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1991 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
