1980 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 16 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Primera 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 | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Primera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
