2001 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2950 mm |
