1986 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 794 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Armada |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |