1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, 1996 Saturn SC is newer by 16 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 551 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. 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, 1996 Saturn SC, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | LeSabre | SC |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |