1990 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 11 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, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 177 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Electra | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2340 mm |
