1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1977 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1977 Subaru Leone 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.
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1980 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | LeSabre | Leone |
Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |