1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |