1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 776 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Express |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |
