1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 24 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 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick LeSabre | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | LeSabre | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6058 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
