1990 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.
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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Electra | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |
