1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 382 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50.
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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | TS-50 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
