1984 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Estate | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
