1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 20 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | 1400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |