1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 350 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX, 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | SRX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |
