1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 1983 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LeSabre | Touran |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
