1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life 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. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 806 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Life 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 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Life |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |