1990 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Altima is newer by 13 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, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Altima. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Altima 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 | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Altima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |