1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 21 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1984 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | LeSabre | LR3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |