1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 is newer by 22 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Nissan R 391. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan R 391.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | R 391 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
