1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2012 Holden Caprice 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | LeSabre | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
