1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (227 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
