1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 3 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | 600 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
