1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Ram |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4080 mm |
