1989 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 333 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 2010 Nissan Xterra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Xterra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1908 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |