1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 30 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (187 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
