1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1989 Volvo 480
To start off, 1989 Volvo 480 is newer by 9 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, 1989 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 596 kg more than 1989 Volvo 480.
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, 1989 Volvo 480, 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 480. (141 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 480. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 480 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 480 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 | 1989 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | 480 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |