1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Belmont |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |