1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1983 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1983 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 876 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite has manual transmission. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1983 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Buick |
Model | Sprite | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |