1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 12 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 9 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Magna |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |