1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 627 kg more than 1983 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Durango |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
