1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1978 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 665 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | 211 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
