1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 570 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. 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, 2012 Ford Bantam, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Bantam 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 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Bantam |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |