1981 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 31 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, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 Nissan Livina. 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, 2012 Nissan Livina, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Livina has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Livina |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |