1980 Buick Electra vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra 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 44 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Patrol. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
