1990 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 175 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Electra | Ram |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 4080 mm |