1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 56 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 201 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 62 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. 1951 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 65 L |
