1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | CR-V |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2353 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |