1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 850 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Tundra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4180 mm |