1990 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 425 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Pregio 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 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Electra | Pregio |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2590 mm |