1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Nissan R 391
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 391 is newer by 18 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan R 391 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 391 (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 391 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1999 Nissan R 391 (359 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan R 391 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Nissan R 391 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | R 391 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
