1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre. 1992 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
