1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 310 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
