1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 624 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | F-150 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3370 mm |