1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 285 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic 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 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Civic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1305 kg |