1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre 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 67 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 411 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Almera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2540 mm |
