1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2011 Dodge Journey is newer by 30 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Journey 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, 2011 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Journey |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2891 mm |
