1987 Buick Electra vs. 1991 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1991 Nissan Terrano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 275 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Nissan Terrano 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, 1991 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Terrano. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Terrano 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1991 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
