1990 Buick Electra vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 445 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Stanza |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |