1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 20 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 561 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, 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) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (145 Nm). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | LeSabre | Lanos |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |