2003 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 23 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, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 518 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Cobra | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
