1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 24 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. Both 1980 Buick LeSabre and 2004 Buick Regal are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
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, 2004 Buick Regal, 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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Regal |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
