1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre 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 52 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Nissan Pintara. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1989 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Pintara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
