1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 107 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 72 L |
