1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 49 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | Citi |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |