1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Highlander |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |