1990 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Electra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
