2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 657 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Toyota Corona 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 1959 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona. 2003 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1959 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1959 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Corona |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
