1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 28 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 39 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
