1988 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1988 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 625 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Nissan Violet 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 1977 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Violet |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
