1985 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2013 Nissan Sentra is newer by 28 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, 2013 Nissan Sentra (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 106 kg more than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Sentra. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2013 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Sentra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1496 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |