1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (209 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2008 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Highlander |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |