1983 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 26 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2488 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 |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
