1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | Viano |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |