1990 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 345 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 2009 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Electra | Safari |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |