1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 274 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |