1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Caterham 7
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2003 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Buick | Caterham |
Model | LeSabre | 7 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |