1976 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 129 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Estate | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
