1990 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.
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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Focus 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 | 1993 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
