1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Sentra |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |