1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 50 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 197 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 723 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | YRV |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 37 L |
