1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 1997 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
