1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 92 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
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 Plymouth Voyager, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | LeSabre | Voyager |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |