1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
