1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 32 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 112 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | LeSabre | XTS |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2831 mm |