1990 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1999 Mazda MPV is newer by 9 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 17 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 145 kg more 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MPV. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1999 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Electra | MPV |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |