1985 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 9 kg more than 1985 Buick Estate.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Estate | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Estate | Terrano |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |