1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Bluebird 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 93 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 595 kg more than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Nissan Bluebird 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 1974 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Bluebird. 1995 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1974 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1974 Nissan Bluebird 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 | 1974 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
