1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 51 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | LeSabre | Rexton |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |