1990 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 1998 Nissan Silvia 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 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Silvia 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 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
