1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 356 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Nissan Skyline 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 1971 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | Skyline |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |