1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 695 kg more than 1983 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Titan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 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 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3560 mm |