1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 778 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Expedition |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |