1987 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 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, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
