1980 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2009 Nissan Cube is newer by 29 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Cube. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Cube.
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, 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Cube. (127 Nm). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2009 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Cube |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 278 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 82 L |