1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 31 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
