1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2003 Mazda Kusabi is newer by 22 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Mazda Kusabi.
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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Kusabi. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Kusabi has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Kusabi 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 | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | LeSabre | Kusabi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
