1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | Buick | Italdesign |
| Model | LeSabre | Visconti |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
