1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | LeSabre | YRV |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |