1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1982 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | LeSabre | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1870 mm |