1990 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.

Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Electra 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Electra Colorado
Year Released 1990 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2770 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 252 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 102 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2630 mm