2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 422 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Silvia 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 1986 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
