1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 18 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 425 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Durango |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
