1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mondeo, 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 (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |