1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 7 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 4,894 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick LeSabre 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 1985 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille, 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, 1992 Cadillac DeVille (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1992 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | LeSabre | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2820 mm |
