1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice

To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 29 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 267 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.

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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice
Make Buick Pontiac
Model LeSabre Solstice
Year Released 1980 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2383 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1596 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2420 mm


 

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