1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2003 Ford Model U
To start off, 2003 Ford Model U is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 2003 Ford Model U | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LeSabre | Model U |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
