1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 21 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 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2001 Toyota Previa, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Previa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
