1980 Buick Electra vs. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Nomad would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad weights approximately 10 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra.
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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Nomad has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Electra | Nomad |
Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |