1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 28 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 847 kg more than 1982 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Armada |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2437 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3129 mm |