1980 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.

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, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Electra 2010 Nissan Maxima
Make Buick Nissan
Model Electra Maxima
Year Released 1980 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 138 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 354 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1617 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4841 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1859 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2776 mm


 

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