1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1998 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1998 Panoz AIV 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 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Buick | Panoz |
Model | LeSabre | AIV |
Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |