1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
