1980 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 30 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
