1981 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Nissan Micra

To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 833 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1981 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra, 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 Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Buick Estate 2005 Nissan Micra
Make Buick Nissan
Model Estate Micra
Year Released 1981 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 1386 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1047 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2440 mm