1987 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 17 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 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Primera |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |