1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 10 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corsica. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Corsica 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 | 1990 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
