1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 28 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 641 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.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | LeSabre | Savana |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4300 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 | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3429 mm |