1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick LeSabre (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
