1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 845 kg more than 1982 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
