1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 4 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Escort |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
Torque | 279 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |