1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 57 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 183 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 81 L |
