1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 355 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Santana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
