1981 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue is newer by 27 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
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, 2008 Nissan Rogue, 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, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| 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 Weight | 1692 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
