2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 436 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
