1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1970 Daihatsu Fellow has manual transmission. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | |
| Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
| Model | LeSabre | Fellow |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2100 mm |
