1977 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 188 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Estate | Serena |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 403 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |