1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1984 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F 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 115 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1984 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Model F |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2240 mm |