1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
