1990 Buick Electra vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 2009 GMC Sierra 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 2009 GMC Sierra. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |
