1976 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 36 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 293 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 1976 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Altima |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2675 mm |