1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai i10, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | LeSabre | i10 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |