1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1982 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1979 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Plymouth Volare. (232 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick LeSabre | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Buick | Plymouth |
Model | LeSabre | Volare |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |