1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
