2001 Acura TL vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 11 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, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 1990 Buick Electra | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Electra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |