1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3200 mm |
