1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Titan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 140 L |