1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 30 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | LeSabre | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |