1990 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 19 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 810 kg more 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Aveo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |