1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1965 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1965 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 700C. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 700C has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 700C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1965 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Buick | Steyr |
Model | LeSabre | 700C |
Year Released | 1980 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1950 mm |