1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2005 Hyundai Elantra, 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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | LeSabre | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
