1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 21 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
