1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 17 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, 1998 Hyundai Atos (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
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, 1998 Hyundai Atos, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | Atos |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |