1990 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6

To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Electra 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
Make Buick Mazda
Model Electra MazdaSpeed6
Year Released 1990 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2262 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2680 mm


 

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