1991 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 1991 Buick LeSabre (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Accord |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |