1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 27 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 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 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | F-450 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4390 mm |