1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty 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) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | LeSabre | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
