1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2006 Kia Opirus is newer by 27 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, 2006 Kia Opirus (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Opirus weights approximately 307 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 1979 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 1979 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Opirus, 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, 2006 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
