1990 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 1994 Rover 100 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, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 691 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (90 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 100 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 100 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 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Electra | 100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1113 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
