1988 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra 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 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Platina has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Platina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Platina |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |