1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 51 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 133 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 23 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
