1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 54 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 104 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 147 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Murano |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 82 L |
