1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 174 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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.
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1980 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | LeSabre | Freelander |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2178 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |