2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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. Both 2009 Buick LaCrosse and 1990 Buick Electra are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 371 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.
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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LaCrosse | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
