1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1988 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1988 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Patrol. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |