1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
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1981 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Lancer |
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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |