1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 403 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Acadia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |