1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1969 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 Isuzu 117.
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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1969 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | LeSabre | 117 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |