1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Hummer H1. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Hummer H1.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
Make | Buick | Hummer |
Model | LeSabre | H1 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3310 mm |