1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 19 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 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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 2011 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Titan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
