1988 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra.
Because 1970 Nissan President 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 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1970 Nissan President | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | President |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |