1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 31 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 376 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | Routan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3078 mm |