1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | LeSabre | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3650 mm |
