1990 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |