2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Buick LeSabre is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 777 kg more than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LeSabre | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3300 mm |
