1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1990 Eagle Summit is newer by 5 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 470 kg more than 1990 Eagle Summit. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
Make | Buick | Eagle |
Model | LeSabre | Summit |
Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |