1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 989 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Ram |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3580 mm |
