1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2002 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2002 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick LeSabre (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 3 kg more than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 1984 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2002 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
