1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3300 mm |