1981 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 492 kg more than 1981 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan, 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, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Titan |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 106 L |