1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 Mercedes-Benz A, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | A |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |