1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Roadmaster | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |