1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 25 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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre. 1983 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | LeSabre | Solstice |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |