1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Nissan 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | 1400 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |