1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 102 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena 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 Serena | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Serena |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
