1984 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 104 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
