1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 31 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (165 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2707 mm |
