1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | LeSabre | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
