1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | LeSabre | Roadster |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |