1985 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 31 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
