1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1981 Chrysler Newport 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 1981 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LeSabre | Newport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
