1964 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1996 Nissan Laurel is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 1996 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
