1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 213 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
