1990 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 1991 Nissan Sunny 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 89 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 483 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Electra 1991 Nissan Sunny
Make Buick Nissan
Model Electra Sunny
Year Released 1990 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1092 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm


 

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