1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 41 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 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (282 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Stealth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 11 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Stealth. (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Stealth. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1992 Dodge Stealth has manual transmission. 1992 Dodge Stealth will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
