1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Rover Vitesse is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 73 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | LeSabre | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
