1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 104 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 97 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 104. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 104. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 104 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
