1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 30 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2010 Hyundai ix20, 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | ix20 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2615 mm |