1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 5 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle 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.
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1981 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | LeSabre | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |