1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 44 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 246 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 663 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Buick LeSabre 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 1951 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 45 L |
