1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 19 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 54 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 840 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Honda Z 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
