1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 720 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Lancer |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |