1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 25 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 349 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Freestar |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |