1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 6 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 928 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 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LeSabre | 928 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
