2000 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 2000 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 77 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan President 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 1973 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | LeSabre | President |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |