1977 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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 2011 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Frontier |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |