1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 47 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 209 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 423 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |