1987 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 362 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 2004 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, 2004 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |