1978 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Cube. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Because 1978 Buick Estate 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 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Cube, 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Estate | 2009 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Estate | Cube |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |