1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1983 Buick LeSabre and 1983 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 1983 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |