1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 24 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, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Safari |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
