1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1996 Buick LeSabre is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 565 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | 211 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2230 mm |