1987 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Titan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3560 mm |
