1976 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
