1990 Buick Electra vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 22 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 985 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana 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 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Savana |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3429 mm |