1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | LeSabre | LS |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3091 mm |