1990 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1991 Saab 9000 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.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Electra | 9000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |