1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | LeSabre | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |