1988 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny 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 89 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 715 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
