1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 147 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 Nissan Laurel 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 1977 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel. 1998 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Laurel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1998 Buick LeSabre 1977 Nissan Laurel
Make Buick Nissan
Model LeSabre Laurel
Year Released 1998 1977
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 129 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2680 mm