1983 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 1983 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 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Altima |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
