1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 740 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Sports |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2160 mm |
