1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 30 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 205 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | LeSabre | EX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
