1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 23 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 10 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 66 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Condor |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |