1990 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.

Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Electra 2000 Ford Mustang
Make Buick Ford
Model Electra Mustang
Year Released 1990 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 3801 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1392 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2580 mm


 

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