1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 237 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | GT-R |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |