1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (203 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 1999 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
