1982 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 1982 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | Eos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |
