1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1978 Buick LeSabre 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 1978 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 1978 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | LeSabre | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |