1990 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 609 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2009 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Electra | Edge |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2830 mm |
