1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 25 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 43 kg more than 2007 Lexus SC.
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, 2007 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Lexus SC | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | LeSabre | SC |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |