2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1982 Toyota Century 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 Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LeSabre | 1982 Toyota Century | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |