1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Ford Laser
To start off, 1983 Ford Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre 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 19 more horse power than 1983 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 806 kg more than 1983 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Laser, 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Ford Laser | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Laser |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |