1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1999 Pontiac GTO is newer by 19 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, 1999 Pontiac GTO (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 397 kg more than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac GTO. (203 Nm). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 1999 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | LeSabre | GTO |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2398 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1199 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
