1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 25 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 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | LeSabre | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |