1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 53 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 138 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 297 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2004 Buick Terraza, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Terraza |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 66 L |
