1990 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 23 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 395 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 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2013 Lexus RX has manual transmission. 2013 Lexus RX 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 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Electra | RX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |