1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 504 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
