1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 825 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
