1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 576 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1988 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | LeSabre | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |