1990 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Fiat Scudo

To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 8 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 85 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Scudo 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 1998 Fiat Scudo
Make Buick Fiat
Model Electra Scudo
Year Released 1990 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1581 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 78 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 71.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm


 

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