1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 26 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 2006 Chevrolet SSR
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model LeSabre SSR
Year Released 1980 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 401 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.7 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 91.4 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2950 mm


 

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