1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 52 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (236 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 359 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Explorer |
Year Released | 1951 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |