1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | LeSabre | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
