1987 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Sunny |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |