1987 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol 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 45 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 595 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Electra | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Patrol |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2980 mm |