1977 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 415 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
