1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 225 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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, 2008 Toyota Prius, 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Prius |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 45 L |
