1990 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Caterham Seven
To start off, 1994 Caterham Seven is newer by 4 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, 1994 Caterham Seven (165 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Caterham Seven should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Because 1994 Caterham Seven 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 1994 Caterham Seven. 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) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Caterham Seven has manual transmission. 1994 Caterham Seven 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 | 1994 Caterham Seven | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Electra | Seven |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2240 mm |
