1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 25 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 2005 Holden Caprice are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (502 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
