1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 61 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 174 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 439 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 151 L | 75 L |
