1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Frontier |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1831 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |