1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 59 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 281 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 80 L |
