1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 11 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (104 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Marea. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Marea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea. 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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 1985 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | LeSabre | Marea |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
